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Legal Assistant - Family Law GroupSullivan Mahoney LLP • St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Legal Assistant - Family Law Group

Legal Assistant - Family Law Group

Sullivan Mahoney LLP • St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Job Description

The Legal Assistant Role supports the day-to-day activities of lawyers within the family law practice group. This role is responsible for document preparation and general practice administration. This position is responsible for filing of documentation, data entry and data management, correspondence and calendar management.

  • Provides support in the efficient and effective management of the practice including scheduling, greeting clients, file management, document management, etc.;
  • Prepares, drafts and reviews documents and completes transcriptions;
  • Provides assistance to lawyers with trial preparation and support;
  • Performs various administrative functions including conflict checks, opening and closing files and preparing account related documents including docket entries, billing summaries, accounts, etc.
  • Facilitates communication between lawyers, clients and external contracts;
  • Files documents at court as required;
  • Keeps abreast of any changes in specialty area and is quickly able to adapt procedures to meet requirements;
  • Performs other duties as may be assigned and or required from time to time.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1-3 years experience in a Legal Assistant or related role, ideally within Family law;
  • Thorough and current knowledge of Family Law Rules of Civil Procedure including filing deadlines;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal software including PC Law and Divorcemate;
  • Demonstrated experience providing administrative support in a legal environment;
  • Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize and risk-assess high volumes of work, responding to shifting priorities as necessary;
  • Ability to take initiative and demonstrate accountability, flexibility and adaptability;
  • Decisive and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Exceptional attitude and work ethic;
  • Willingness to assist others voluntarily or as requested in a team environment;
  • Enjoy working in a large office and team environment;
  • Willingness and ability to support and enhance the firm's presence and goals,


Additional Information

Sullivan Mahoney LLP is one of Niagara's most distinguished and trusted law firms. Our success lies with our knowledgeable and dedicated lawyers and staff. We strongly believe in our people - their efforts reflect our culture. From a commitment to client success, to the new ideas they generate, our employees have succeeded in making us what we are today.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Sullivan Mahoney LLP is committed to proving accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Employment Equity Statement

The diversity of our workplace is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our knowledge and excellence. Sullivan Mahoney LLP strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The Firm seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification and ideas and perspectives.

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